Tablets have become an essential tool for almost every trucker on the road. It truly is a copilot, as it comes equipped with the capability to hold all of the necessary gadgets and applications in one device that easily sits on a mount on the dash of the cab.
If you are a professional trucker and you are looking to purchase the right tablet to make your ride just a little easier, you found the right article! We are going to break down which tablets are the best in the business, and what they each have to offer so you can get the tablet that works best for you!
Apple iPad
If you are accustomed to Apple products, the iPad is a fantastic tablet to use on the road. From the app store, you can easily access any of the GPS, EDL, or other trucking applications you might need to drive safely and successfully.
Old-school truckers may have been quite disappointed to see classic paper logs go in the past decade, but new EDL apps are making a huge impact on logging convenience. KeepTruckin is the industry’s leading EDL app and it is conveniently available on any Apple iPad.
Users have reported that their iPad works great as an on-the-road companion and travel guide, but the only con: it’s quite a bit more expensive than an Android option, even though they provide all the same services. Apple iPad Trucker Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7
Samsung tablets are certainly a favorite amongst all users and specifically truckers.
The Galaxy S7 has great reviews for a variety of reasons including but not limited to:
- A fantastic built-in GPS program that allows the driver to access traffic information as well as weather updates in real-time.
- The state-of-the-art light display is perfect for night driving.
- The exceptional camera that can be used to take photos or videos of inventory, accidents, or any trouble on the road.
- Access to all Android apps that a driver could need including EDL, weigh station updates, and even apps that allow companies to bid on loads. Samsung Galaxy S7
When in doubt, we vote Samsung. All their tablets will do the job and do it well, and their marketing campaign towards truckers promises that these devices have everything you need in one convenient gadget.
Samsung Galaxy Tab: ONE20
This device may very well be the absolute best option for professional drivers, and that’s because it was specifically made for truckers. It has all the features of a regular tablet, as well as coming with the My ONE20 app already installed.
Let’s talk about what the My ONE20 app has to offer.
- GPS. Obviously, GPS is an essential tool for truckers. However, on the My ONE20, the GPS not only gives live updates of traffic and road conditions, but it also has “map layers” which allow drivers to plan their stops at specific travel centers, weigh stations, and rest areas.
- Search Engine. Also something all tablets offer, but once again on the My ONE20, it is specially geared towards professional drivers as it includes all the necessities of life on the road i.e. food, rest stops, and locations for exercise.
- Weigh Station Status. So you can know ahead of time if a station is open or closed
In addition to the My ONE20 app, the tablet comes equipped with the Google Play Store so that you can download all your favorite trucking and non-trucking apps for both assistance and entertainment on the road.
Because it was specifically created for professional drivers, it already comes packaged with everything you might need such as a dash mount, charger, and case.
It connects to the AT&T 4G network allowing you to gain access to all your safe driving tools anywhere on the road. This data plan runs month to month, so drivers can decide what they need and when without losing money in the process.
These tablets are now available for purchase at travel centers around the country such as TA and Petro if you’re looking to buy! My ONE20 Samsung Tablet
Conclusion
Because of the technological advancements in the past few years, almost all tech companies have had to step up their game and meet the standards expected by consumers. So to be honest, you can’t really go too wrong when it comes to choosing a tablet for your truck if you’re purchasing one of the newer models.
Every tablet on the market, whether it runs on Android or Apple systems, has the ability to access (almost) every app a driver will need on their long-haul journeys.
However, there is one extremely important factor to note before purchasing a tablet for your truck: they do not all have GPS! As a professional driver, this function is absolutely essential, so make sure the tablet you have your eye on has navigation capabilities before shelling out hundreds of dollars!